Basketball Recap: Millard Eagles vs. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs
Millard suffered their closest loss since December 7, 2023 on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Gunnison Valley Bulldogs by a score of 46-43. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2023.
Millard's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Kyra Moat, who went 5 for 11 en route to 13 points plus five rebounds and five steals, and Blakelie Davies, who posted 12 points in addition to seven rebounds and four steals. Moat has been hot , having posted two or more steals the last seven times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Olivia Bassett, who earned ten points plus five rebounds and two steals.
Even though they lost, Millard smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in 15 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Gunnison Valley got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Bryler Blackburn out in front who posted 11 points in addition to four steals. What's more, Blackburn also posted a 57% field goal percentage, which is the highest she's posted since back in December of 2023. Maile Ha'O was another key player, scoring 13 points along with six rebounds and two steals.
Millard dropped their record down to 0-2 with the defeat, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Gunnison Valley, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 4-1.
Millard will head out to face off against Manti at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Gunnison Valley, they will host Bryce Valley at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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